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Starbound is hard to replace: few games combine sandbox freedom, vibe casual and sandbox world in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 22 gameplay attributes and found 16 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. Scrap Mechanic, Stardew Valley and Space Engineers lead the list, with Scrap Mechanic reaching a 95/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes Starbound special.

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GenreSandboxSubgenreCraft-Sandbox
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CasualEntspannendMehrspielerKoop
Jahr 2016Dev Chucklefish

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Das ähnlichste Spiel zu Starbound ist Scrap Mechanic — mit einem Ähnlichkeitswert von 95/100. Stardew Valley und Space Engineers folgen dicht dahinter.

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Scrap Mechanic
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
MehrspielerKoopEinzelspielerOnlineNahkampfSandbox-WeltOffene WeltErkundungCrafting
Steam👍 92%· 117KRAWG👍 70%· 124
Jahr 2016Dev Axolot GamesSpielzeit ~6hAuf PC

✓ Same family of crafting sandboxes: sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, base building and visual first person, while skipping deep RPG systems

Stardew Valley
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
MehrspielerEinzelspielerKoopEntspannendNarrativCasualSandbox-WeltOffene WeltCraftingErkundungPixel Art2D
Steam👍 98%· 1.0MRAWG👍 88%· 2.5KMC89IGDB91· 13OC90· 76
Jahr 2016Dev ChucklefishSpielzeit ~13hAuf PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the crafting sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, visual novel storytelling and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping precision platforming

Space Engineers
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerMehrspielerKoopNahkampfSandbox-WeltOffene WeltWeltraumSci-FiErkundungCrafting
Steam👍 89%· 134KRAWG👍 58%· 269MC68IGDB80· 1OC80· 5
Jahr 2013Dev Keen Software HouseSpielzeit ~5hAuf PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of crafting sandboxes: sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, combat tactical and visual first person, while skipping deep RPG systems

No Man's Sky
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerMehrspielerKoopNahkampfNarrativOffene WeltSandbox-WeltProzeduralWeltraumSci-FiErkundungCrafting
Steam👍 85%· 407KRAWG👍 67%· 1.6KMC75IGDB74· 38OC71· 149
Jahr 2016Dev Hello GamesSpielzeit ~15hAuf PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of crafting sandboxes: sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, shooter and first-person shooting, while skipping deep RPG systems

Cooking Simulator
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerKoopCasualEntspannendSandbox-WeltCrafting
Steam👍 85%· 19KOC70· 7
Jahr 2019Dev Big Cheese Studio · Forever Entertainment S.A.Auf PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the crafting sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, vibe casual and vibe relaxing

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, resource management and visual first person, while skipping deep RPG systems

Terraria
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerMehrspielerKoopOnlineNahkampfNarrativSandbox-WeltOffene WeltProzeduralSci-FiCraftingErkundung2DPixel Art
Steam👍 97%· 1.5MRAWG👍 80%· 2.5KMC81IGDB81· 13OC79· 33
Jahr 2011Dev Engine Software · 505 GamesSpielzeit ~15hAuf PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are crafting sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, dark, oppressive atmosphere and combat magic, while skipping vibe casual

Minecraft
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerMehrspielerKoopOnlineSandbox-WeltOffene WeltErkundungCraftingPixel Art
OC90· 44
Jahr 2016Dev Mojang StudiosAuf Xbox · PS4 · Linux

✓ Both are crafting sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, turn-based strategy and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep RPG systems

Loddlenaut
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerEntspannendCasualNarrativOffene WeltSandbox-WeltSci-FiErkundungCraftingPixel Art
Steam👍 98%· 5.7KOC81· 13
Jahr 2023Dev Moon Lagoon · Secret ModeSpielzeit ~4hAuf PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the crafting sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Its own twist: cozy, relaxing feel, visual 3d and visual third person, while skipping deep RPG systems

Unturned
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerMehrspielerKoopOnlineNahkampfCasualNarrativOffene WeltSandbox-WeltErkundungCrafting
Steam👍 91%· 563KRAWG👍 29%· 1.1K
Jahr 2014Dev 505 GamesSpielzeit ~3hAuf PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of crafting sandboxes: sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics

≠ Its own twist: shooter, roguelike runs and first-person shooting, while skipping deep RPG systems

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerSandbox-WeltCraftingIsometrischDritte Person
IGDB78· 2
Jahr 2017Dev Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development · NintendoAuf Android · iOS

✓ Same family of crafting sandboxes: sandbox freedom, sandbox world and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, visual isometric and visual third person, while skipping deep RPG systems

Potion Craft
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerEntspannendCasualNarrativSandbox-WeltCrafting2D
Steam👍 93%· 43KIGDB70· 1OC83· 11
Jahr 2022Dev niceplay games · tinyBuildAuf Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the crafting sandboxes cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, puzzle design and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping precision platforming

Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerEntspannendCasualNarrativSandbox-WeltCrafting2D
Steam👍 93%· 43KRAWG👍 72%· 190OC77· 8
Jahr 2022Dev niceplay games · tinyBuildSpielzeit ~3hAuf PC · Xbox

✓ Both are crafting sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, puzzle design and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping precision platforming

Poly Bridge
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerNarrativSandbox-WeltCrafting2D
Steam👍 91%· 19KIGDB75· 2OC66· 12
Jahr 2016Dev Dry CactusAuf Linux · Android · PC

✓ Same family of crafting sandboxes: sandbox freedom, strong narrative focus and sandbox world

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, puzzle design and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep RPG systems

Don't Starve
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerMehrspielerSandbox-WeltOffene WeltProzeduralErkundungCrafting2D
Jahr 2022Dev FrayzzLoveAuf PC

✓ Both are crafting sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, survival mechanics and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with horror tension, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep RPG systems

Kitchen Simulator 2015
SandboxCraft-Sandbox
EinzelspielerNahkampfCasualNarrativSandbox-WeltErkundungCrafting
Steam👍 40%· 329
Jahr 2015Dev WhackAKey GamesSpielzeit ~4hAuf PC

✓ Both are crafting sandboxes — sharing sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, horror tension and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping deep RPG systems

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What is the best game similar to Starbound?
The closest game to Starbound is Scrap Mechanic, scoring 95/100 on our similarity scale. They share 12 gameplay attributes, including sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Starbound?
The three closest games to Starbound are: 1. Scrap Mechanic (95/100, 12 shared attributes) 2. Stardew Valley (86/100, 15 shared attributes) 3. Space Engineers (87/100, 13 shared attributes). All share Starbound's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 16 candidates across 22 dimensions.
Is Stardew Valley similar to Starbound?
Yes, very much so — Stardew Valley scores 86/100 similarity to Starbound. They share 15 attributes, including sandbox freedom and deep RPG systems. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Sandbox games are similar to Starbound?
The best Sandbox games similar to Starbound are Scrap Mechanic, Stardew Valley, Space Engineers and No Man's Sky. All share the Sandbox genre alongside other key Starbound attributes like sandbox freedom, adventure storytelling and survival mechanics.
How is similarity to Starbound calculated?
We compare Starbound against every game in our catalog using 22 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Starbound experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Starbound?
Yes — Unturned is free and scores well on similarity to Starbound. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.